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Mission

Geneva Call is a neutral and impartial non-governmental organisation dedicated to promoting respect by Armed Groups, De Facto Authorities (AGDAs) and Provisional Governments for international humanitarian norms in armed conflict and other situations of violence, in particular those related to the protection of civilians. Geneva Call focuses its efforts on banning the use of anti-personnel mines, protecting children from the effects of armed conflict, prohibiting sexual violence in armed conflict, working towards the elimination of gender discrimination, protecting civilian infrastructure, and ensuring humanitarian access.

Background

Geneva Call / Appel de Genève is a neutral, impartial, and independent international humanitarian organization. In situations of armed conflict, Geneva Call endeavors to strengthen respect for humanitarian norms and principles by armed groups and de facto or provisional authorities, with the aim of improving the protection of civilians.

To support its communications and engagement objectives, Geneva Call seeks to recruit a full-time Editorial Consultant based in Beirut to produce high-quality editorial content, with a particular focus on showcasing the organization’s work and impact across its countries of operation.

Purpose of the Consultancy

The purpose of this consultancy is to strengthen Geneva Call’s editorial output by identifying, researching, writing, and editing compelling articles and other editorial content that demonstrate the organization’s work, impact, and relevance in conflict-affected settings. The consultant will contribute to the development and maintenance of a story pipeline to ensure a regular and strategic flow of content. While there will be a regional focus to the consultant’s work, the consultant will also support content production related to other regions where Geneva Call operates, as required.

Scope of Work and Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the Global Engagement Unit (GEU), the Global Editorial Consultant will be responsible for the following:

Content Production

• Identify, research, and produce high-quality editorial content, including:
• Long-form success stories and human-interest stories

Interviews

• Milestone pieces, donor success snapshots, and end-of-project impact stories
• Blog series aligned with thematic priorities
• Supporting social media copy and newsletter content, including the ability to adapt editorial content into platform-specific formats, with a particular focus on LinkedIn and other priority social media channels
• Micro-stories (100–200 words) drawn from longer pieces
• Contributions to reports and other publications
• Produce content primarily in English; the ability to work in French and/or Arabic is a strong asset.
• Ensure content is accurate, compelling, and aligned with Geneva Call’s mission, values, editorial standards, and ethical guidelines.

Ethical Storytelling

• Apply conflict-sensitive, ethical, and responsible storytelling practices at all stages of content production.
• Ensure informed consent, protection of sources, anonymization where necessary, and respect for the dignity, safety, and agency of individuals and communities featured.
• Avoid political positioning, stigmatization, or harm, in line with Geneva Call’s principles of neutrality, impartiality, and independence.

Editorial Support

• Edit, rewrite, and polish content drafted by country teams, regional offices, or HQ colleagues.
• Adapt content for different audiences, platforms, and formats, ensuring clarity, consistency, and narrative coherence.
• Provide hands-on support to country teams on concrete communication needs, including the development of communication materials and the implementation of country-level communication strategies, in close alignment with global guidance.

Coordination and Research

• Work closely with country teams to identify story opportunities and gather information through interviews and desk research.
• Coordinate regularly with the Global Engagement Unit at headquarters in Geneva and with regional teams to align on priorities, messaging, and timelines.
• Validate thematic and technical information with relevant HQ colleagues, including PRL, as required.
• Support the implementation of Geneva Call’s editorial calendar.
• Lead the animation, coordination, and implementation of a global editorial calendar for the organization, ensuring coherence, consistency, and strategic alignment across regions and teams.
• Act as a strong force of proposal by proactively identifying editorial priorities, story angles, formats, and timing, in line with organizational objectives.

Geographic Focus

Priority countries and regions may include, but are not limited to: Lebanon, Syria, Iraq, Yemen, Afghanistan, Myanmar, the Philippines, Sudan, South Sudan, the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), the Sahel, and Colombia.

Travel

Occasional travel to field locations may be required, subject to security conditions and organizational needs.

Deliverables

• In alignment with the editorial calendar and organizational priorities, the consultant is expected to:
• Identify, research, and produce long-form success stories, in close collaboration with country teams and with support from HQ.
• Contribute additional shorter-form editorial content as required.
• Participate in regular planning, coordination, and review meetings with the Global Engagement Unit and other team members.

Reporting and Management

The Global Editorial Consultant will work in close coordination with the Global Communications Coordinator and report to the Head of Global Engagement as part of the Global Engagement Unit.

The consultant will collaborate closely with the Global Engagement Unit, the Global Communications Coordinator, and relevant regional and country teams.

Regular coordination and reporting meetings will be held to align on priorities, timelines, editorial planning, and overall communications strategy.

Technical skills and experience

• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in editorial and content production, including writing long-form content.
• Proven experience producing high-quality storytelling and success stories.
• Prior experience with international or regional organizations, preferably NGOs, is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of humanitarian, development, or conflict-related issues.
• Fluent English required; fluency in French and/or Arabic is a strong asset.
• Excellent writing, editing, and interviewing skills, with strong attention to fact-checking, narrative coherence, and plain-language editing.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple assignments, meet deadlines, and collaborate effectively with diverse teams and approval processes.
• Ability to adapt content to Geneva Call’s tone, voice, and ethical standards.
• Strong agility in producing and adapting content for social media platforms, particularly LinkedIn, with a clear understanding of formats, audiences, and engagement dynamics.
• Demonstrated experience working with humanitarian NGOs and a strong understanding of issues related to the protection of civilians; any direct professional experience in this area is considered a significant asset.
• Creative profile with a proactive sense of initiative, strong autonomy, excellent interpersonal skills, and a natural political sensitivity appropriate to complex and conflict-affected environments.

Education

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in journalism, communications, international relations, development studies, or a related field.

Contractual Arrangements

Contract type: International contract between HQ and the consultant

Duration: 9 months, renewable

Duty station: Beirut, Lebanon

The consultancy is full-time (40 hours per week)

Candidates must have the legal right to live and work in Lebanon

How to Apply?

For Application, Please only submit your CV and cover letter by March 20, 2026, by following the application link below:

Our HR team will meticulously evaluate your profile in line with the requirements of the post you have applied for. Since we receive a good number of applications for all the positions Geneva Call advertises, it is not possible to communicate the results of our decisions with every candidate individually. Therefore, only the short‑listed candidates will be contacted by the HR team to invite them for a written test – and the steps afterwards if they qualify, i.e., interview and other assessments as deemed appropriate.

Geneva Call consists of many diverse nationalities, cultures, languages and opinions. Geneva Call is an inclusive working environment for all staff. Applications are particularly encouraged from all qualified candidates without distinction on the grounds of race, colour, sex, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation and gender identity.

Department: Funding and Services
Duty Station: Geneva, Switzerland*
Contract Type: Full‑time (100%)
Application Deadline: March 29, 2026

*Please note that the position is open to candidates who have the legal right to work in Switzerland

Mission

Geneva Call is a neutral and impartial non-governmental organisation dedicated to promoting respect by Armed Groups, De Facto Authorities (AGDAs) and Provisional Governments for international humanitarian norms in armed conflict and other situations of violence, in particular those related to the protection of civilians. Geneva Call focuses its efforts on banning the use of anti-personnel mines, protecting children from the effects of armed conflict, prohibiting sexual violence in armed conflict, working towards the elimination of gender discrimination, protecting civilian infrastructure, and ensuring humanitarian access.

Description

As part of the Donor Relations Unit team, the Grants and Compliance Administrator plays a key institutional role in ensuring that grant administration and donor compliance standards are consistently upheld across the organization. The position ensures that reporting cycles are proactively initiated, coordinated, and quality-assured, and that all donor requirements are met in a timely and accurate manner. The Administrator provides structured and ongoing support to grant owners and all relevant units to ensure transparency, accountability, and compliance throughout the grant life cycle, thereby safeguarding the organization’s credibility and donor confidence.

The Grants and Compliance Administrator ensures clear and effective communication on grant-related obligations, compliance requirements, and reporting responsibilities. The role ensures that grant reporting is timely, accurate, consistent with donor requirements, and aligned with internal standards and systems. The Administrator supports the implementation of grants in accordance with the relevant contractual and compliance frameworks and advises on amendment requirements when necessary.

Internal Relations

• As part of the Donor Relations Unit, works in continuous collaboration with colleagues in the Unit across portfolios.
• Reports to and works closely with the Deputy Head of Donor Relations.
• Coordinates with grant owners, Finance, Donor Relations, Operations, Human Resources, MEAL, and other relevant HQ and field-based units to ensure aligned grant administration and compliance approaches.
• Works in close coordination with temporary staff and interns supporting the Unit.

Grant administration

• Ensure accurate and comprehensive grant information and compliance records are maintained.
• Ensure grant-specific contractual obligations, compliance requirements, reporting schedules, and templates are recorded and/or stored for access.
• Support periodic grant management reviews and closure meetings.

Grant compliance and reporting coordination

• Drive institutional adherence to relevant donor requirements, regulations, and ethical standards related to grant management and donor relations.
• Provide guidance and respond to data requests on the fulfilment of grant obligations and compliance requirements (operational, administrative and financial).
• Maintain systems to track internal workflows and deadlines for donor reporting, audits, evaluations, and amendments.
• Work with grant owners and relevant functional teams to ensure timely donor submissions, high-quality narrative and financial reporting.
• Conduct internal quality assurance checks on reports and related documents before submission to the donor.
• As required, serve as liaison with donors on grant compliance and reporting issues.
• Contribute to the identification of areas of improvement of institutional policies, procedures and tools, and strengthening of the capacities of grant management teams to enhance grant compliance and reporting quality.

Additional responsibilities

• When required, travels to field missions to support Geneva Call’s field operations.
• Contribute to institutional efforts aimed at increasing Geneva Call’s visibility through public and donor-focused events, side meetings, and joint advocacy or communication opportunities.

Technical skills and experience

• At least 6 years of work experience in the fields of development cooperation, peace building and/or humanitarian aid.
• At least 6 years of work experience in grant management activities, donor reporting (both narrative and financial) and compliance oversight.
• Knowledge of donor expectations, grant compliance and reporting requirements, standard terms and conditions and related good practices.
• Experience coordinating and facilitating inputs across multiple teams/departments under tight deadlines.
• Written and spoken fluency in English and French; knowledge of a third EU language is an asset.

Education

• An advanced university degree in a relevant field (such as development or social studies, international relations, or similar).

Personal skills

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to prioritize and manage conflicting priorities and interdependent workloads.
• Sensitivity to/understanding of political and conflict dynamics.
• Strong organizational and planning skills; ability to manage multiple workflows.
• High attention to detail and quality assurance.
• Ability to work proactively, independently, and collaboratively.
• Strong communication and facilitation abilities.

Additional information

Performance Management

The employee will be accountable for the responsibilities and the competencies described in this job description. Performance reviews will be conducted in accordance with Geneva Call’s Performance Management guidelines using the job description, the individual work‑ and professional development plan, and the competency framework.

Conflict of Interest

Any candidate affiliated to, or openly supporting, one or more interest groups opposed to Geneva Call’s principles and values, or whose previous position could engender safety issues for co‑workers at Geneva Call, will be excluded from this selection process.

Why join Geneva Call?

This role offers the opportunity to shape monitoring and evaluation practices that protect civilians in conflict zones, contribute to life‑saving humanitarian initiatives and support adaptive programming in challenging contexts. If you are passionate about generating evidence and learning to improve humanitarian outcomes, we look forward to your application.

How to Apply?

For Application Please only submit your CV and cover letter by March 29, 2026, by following the application link:

Our HR team will meticulously evaluate your profile in line with the requirements of the post you have applied for. Since we receive a good number of applications for all the positions Geneva Call advertises, it is not possible to communicate the results of our decisions with every candidate individually. Therefore, only the short‑listed candidates will be contacted by the HR team to invite them for a written test – and the steps afterwards if they qualify, i.e., interview and other assessments as deemed appropriate.

Geneva Call consists of many diverse nationalities, cultures, languages and opinions. Geneva Call is an inclusive working environment for all staff. Applications are particularly encouraged from all qualified candidates without distinction on the grounds of race, colour, sex, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation and gender identity.

• Position: Accountant (Officer position)
• Type of Contract: Fixed term contract (12 months)
• Activity rate: 100%
• Work place: Kyiv, Ukraine (Office work, Friday remote)
• Preferred start date: 01^st of April

Mission

Geneva Call is a neutral and impartial non-governmental organization dedicated to promoting respect by Armed Groups and De Facto Authorities (AGDAs) for international humanitarian norms in armed conflict and other situations of violence, in particular those related to the protection of civilians. Geneva Call focuses its efforts on banning the use of anti-personnel mines, protecting children from the effects of armed conflict, prohibiting sexual violence in armed conflict, working towards the elimination of gender discrimination, protecting civilian infrastructure, and ensuring humanitarian access.

Core Responsibilities

Accounting

• Maintain daily accounting in accordance with the national legislative requirements of Ukraine, methodological principles of accounting for NGOs and in accordance with corporate policies and donor rules: fixed assets, materials, funds, settlements and other assets, equity and liabilities, income and expenses, accruals, reserves.
• Maintain accounting in 1C and ensure daily updating of cash and banking transactions.
• Reconciliation and control of accounts payable and receivable.
• Timely calculation and payment of taxes to the relevant tax authority, including for additional benefit.
• Interaction with business partners in accordance with the requirements of Ukrainian legislation during the supply of goods, performance of work, provision of services. Control over the legal and financial correctness of transactions, making correct and timely payments, financial reconciliation.
• Processing payments at the bank. Communication with the bank, including opening/closing bank accounts, preparing documents, forms and questionaries.

Financial statements and reporting

• Ensuring submission of all relevant financial and contractual documentation both in paper and scanned form and stored in digital project files.
• Regular reporting to local authorities (tax, statistics, labor department, etc.) and required stakeholders.
• Preparation and submission of monthly financial reporting package: balance sheet, profit and loss statement, cash flow statement.
• Execution of all financial tasks and providing necessary support for financial close of the month and year within corporate deadlines.

Compliance with regulatory and legal requirements

• Ensuring that the organization is up to date/compliant with the most current regulations, in accordance with changes made by the government from time to time.
• Maintaining compliance with the internal control system and national regulations. Tracking the latest changes in Ukrainian labor, tax and accounting legislation.
• Checking contracts, certificates of work performed/acceptance, invoices provided by suppliers.
• Monthly control and monitoring the VAT limit of the Geneva call as a VAT non-payer.

Personnel

• Payroll: Ensuring that all payment statements are signed by employees and properly maintained in the payroll operations department.
• Providing calculation of annual leave, daily allowances for business trips.
• Coordination with the HR department of personnel issues and requests in accordance with the Labor Code of Ukraine, internal policies and procedures, including hiring, firing, vacations, sick leave.
• Assistance in drafting orders regarding personnel and operational activities.
• Providing certificates of accrued income upon request of employees.

Other functions

• Filing, preparing scanned copies of cash, supporting and banking documents, maintaining a document archiving system in such a way that files are updated, complete and protected.
• Regularly providing information to the Finance Coordinator on the state of finances.
• Assistance with external audit requests for any necessary supporting documentation.
• Maintaining an accurate inventory and providing supporting information from 1C for of all project equipment, indicating location, user, condition and inventory number. Participation in the inventory of assets, funds, settlements, liabilities.
• Managing the process of creating and updating a digital key for the country director in Vchasno, at the bank, and at the tax office.
• Performing any other financial tasks assigned by the Head of Support, Country Director and/or Project Management.

Main qualifications

Education and experience

• A university degree in a relevant field (Finance & Accounting).
• A minimum of 5 years of work experience.
• Understanding of the local labor law, tax code.
• Strong planning and organizing skills.
• Previous experience from working in complex and volatile contexts.
• Fluency in English and Ukrainian, written and spoken.
• Experience from working in a humanitarian/recovery context preferable.

Technical skills

• Strong writing, interpersonal, and research skills.
• Excellent writing and reporting skills.

Personal skills

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to work under pressure with short deadlines.

Languages

• English (B1-B2)
• Ukrainian

Additional information

Performance Management

The employee will be accountable for the responsibilities and the competencies described in this job description. Performance reviews will be conducted in accordance with Geneva Call’s Performance Management guidelines using the job description, the individual work‑ and professional development plan, and the competency framework.

Conflict of Interest

Any candidate affiliated to, or openly supporting, one or more interest groups opposed to Geneva Call’s principles and values, or whose previous position could engender safety issues for co‑workers at Geneva Call, will be excluded from this selection process.

How to Apply?

For Application Please only submit your CV and cover letter by 31 March 2026, by following the application link:

Our HR team will meticulously evaluate your profile in line with the requirements of the post you have applied for. Since we receive a good number of applications for all the positions Geneva Call advertises, it is not possible to communicate the results of our decisions with every candidate individually. Therefore, only the short‑listed candidates will be contacted by the HR team to invite them for a written test – and the steps afterwards if they qualify, i.e., interview and other assessments as deemed appropriate.

Geneva Call consists of many diverse nationalities, cultures, languages and opinions. Geneva Call is an inclusive working environment for all staff. Applications are particularly encouraged from all qualified candidates without distinction on the grounds of race, colour, sex, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation and gender identity.